About OCCA

Orange County Cricket Association (OCCA) was formed in 2007 with a mission to promote cricket in Orange County, to encourage the development of quality cricket, and to make sure the game is played in a dignified and friendly manner, keeping in mind the tradition of cricket. OCCA received nonprofit 501.c.3 status in 2009 that helped to secure infrastructure to play cricket on a regular basis.

OCCA is still a relatively young organization and has been consistently improving, thanks to its many volunteers who are willing to devote their time and energy for the love of the game. Our objective is to provide an opportunity for cricket lovers in the region to play competitive cricket and to help improve the standard of the game.

The development of youth cricket is vital to the introduction of cricket in the USA. OCCA created Southern California Youth Cricket Academy (SCYCA) in 2014, resulting in hundreds of youth players getting involved. OCCA / SCYCA introduced cricket to a number of elementary, middle, and high schools in the OC school system by carrying out cricket demonstrations and delivering cricket kits to those schools. OCCA is determined to expand this program in a structured manner, creating awareness and interest among youth, providing a source to recruit new players for youth clubs with the opportunity to play competitive cricket up to regional and national levels.

SCYCA offers cricket coaching on a regular basis and currently youth (boys and girls) meet twice a week and enjoy regular cricket practice. SCYCA organizes friendly matches and tournaments for the benefit of the youth players.

OCCA is a member of USA Cricket, the national governing body for cricket in the USA, an associate member of the International Cricket Council.